2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental GT | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
